Updated September 2026 Dogs are remarkably good at finding things they were never supposed to eat. Sometimes it is obvious: a box of chocolates has disappeared, a packet of raisins has been chewed open, or a dog has got into medication. Other times you may simply realise that your dog has been chewing a plant,…
We all love our best friends and pretty much everything they do, but if we’re honest, some of their habits might not be on that list. Why Does My Dog Roll in Fox Poo? Now the jury’s out on why some dogs can’t resist a good old roll in fox poo, the foulest of muck….
Why Choose a Professional Dog Walker Over a Borrower? Here at Finchley Dog Walker, I’ve been asked many questions over the years. One that recently stood out was: “Why should I pay you to walk my dog when I could use someone who just wants to borrow a dog for a while?” It’s a fair…
Updated July 2026 Giant hogweed is an invasive plant that can cause serious injury to people and pets. The sap contains chemicals called furanocoumarins. These make exposed skin extremely sensitive to ultraviolet light. Contact may cause inflammation, burns, and blistering when the affected area is exposed to sunlight. A dog’s coat provides some protection, but…
Updated July 2026 This guide provides general dog-care information and does not replace veterinary advice. Changes in how much your dog drinks or how much it wees can be a sign of illness. If you are worried about your dog, contact your vet. You fill your dog’s water bowl in the morning. Later, you look…
If you’re here because your dog has just eaten chocolate, take a breath. This happens all the time. Dogs are quick, quiet, and led by smell. Chocolate gets left out during busy moments. Guests arrive with gifts. Kids drop sweets. Someone puts a bar “up high” and forgets the dog can jump. I work with…
Updated May 2026 This article is for general information only and does not replace veterinary or individual behaviour advice. If your dog is in pain, becomes unusually tired, struggles to breathe, or shows a sudden behaviour change, contact your vet. For serious fear, aggression or anxiety, speak to a qualified reward-based behaviour professional. Most dogs…
Updated August 2026 Since establishing Finchley Dog Walker in 2011, I have spent a large part of my working life outside with dogs. Dogs give us a reason to step away from a screen, leave the house and notice what is happening around us. They can bring routine to the day, provide companionship and start…
